The day had just begun to dawn, and a series of dense footsteps echoed along the mountain path.
Along the winding and serpentine path, the jungle was deep with intermittent bursts of birdsong. Facing the dawn, Su Pan'er and her group were strolling on the rugged mountain road leading to the market fair. Little Shuang'er was chirping around, circling back and forth around Su Pan'er and Qin Yueshi.
Laughter and chatter continued along the way.
Looking up, in the intricate depths of the mountain path, there were occasional glimpses of figures moving - sometimes in small groups, sometimes bigger, their laughter and shouts filling the quiet valley with lively atmosphere.
These were the villagers of the nearby villages who were heading to the market fair early in the morning!
People were often greeting Qin Yi, much surprised to see him looking rosy and stepping lively. Many asked about his current condition, amazed and marveling at his recovery.